Press Releases

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Stands for Reproductive Freedom at UNM’s Center for Reproductive Health Groundbreaking

September 5, 2024

U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) spoke at the groundbreaking of the University of New Mexico (UNM)’s Center for Reproductive Health in Las Cruces. Vasquez emphasized his commitment to standing up for a woman’s right to choose and ensuring equitable health care in New Mexico.

Issues:Rights & FreedomsMaking Health Care Affordable & Accessible

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Fights for Medical Debt Relief for New Mexicans

September 4, 2024

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U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) met with seniors in Albuquerque to discuss the work he’s doing to prevent and reduce medical debt. Vasquez was also joined by the New Mexico Center on Law and Poverty, the Center for Civic Policy, New Mexico Legal Aid and Casa de Salud.

Issues:Lower Costs, More JobsMaking Health Care Affordable & Accessible

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Pushes for Equal Benefits for Tribal Educators During Laguna Pueblo Visit

September 4, 2024

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U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) joined Tribal educators and leaders at Laguna Elementary School to discuss his leadership of the bipartisan Parity for Tribal Educators Act that aims to address the ongoing teacher shortage in Indian Country. The bill provides teachers and staff at Tribally-controlled schools with the same federal retirement benefits as their counterparts at Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) schools.

Issues:Supporting Tribal CommunitiesEducation & Family Support

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Meets with Albuquerque Police Department to Discuss Crime Prevention Resources and Strategies

September 4, 2024

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U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez visited the Albuquerque Police Department's Real Time Crime Center to discuss initiatives aimed at enhancing public safety in Albuquerque and talk about Vasquez's efforts to secure federal funding for the center. During the visit, Vasquez met with Deputy Chief J.J. Griego to tour the facility and learn more about its role in improving officer response and crime prevention capabilities.

Issues:Keeping Our Communities Safe

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Demands Action from Agriculture Secretary After Tribal Food Delivery Program Experiences Serious Delays

August 29, 2024

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Thursday, August 29, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) sent a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack demanding accountability for unacceptable delays of food deliveries to New Mexico Tribes by the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR).

Issues:AgricultureSupporting Tribal Communities

Rep. Gabe Vasquez and Ciudad Juarez Mayor Talk International Trade to Boost Economies of Border Communities

August 22, 2024

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U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) discussed trade and economic development opportunities for New Mexico’s second district in a meeting with Ciudad Juarez Mayor Cruz Pérez Cuéllar and as well as various federal, state, local and business leaders.

Issues:Immigration & Border Solutions Lower Costs, More Jobs

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Discusses Lowering Costs, Bringing Jobs during Community Conversation in Chaparral

August 21, 2024

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U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) hosted a community discussion to hear from constituents about key issues impacting the region, including the economy, jobs, infrastructure and public safety. The event brought together community leaders and constituents for a conversation about the challenges and opportunities facing Chaparral and border communities.

Issues:Lower Costs, More Jobs

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Touts Job Creation and Economic Growth in Valencia and Bernalillo Counties

August 13, 2024

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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Today, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) touted job creation and economic development in New Mexico’s second district in two press conferences celebrating Amazon’s new fulfillment center in Los Lunas and federal funding he secured for Atrisco Vista Boulevard.

Issues:Lower Costs, More Jobs

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Doubles Down on Support for Energy Workers and Economic Development in Southeastern New Mexico

August 8, 2024

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CARLSBAD, N.M. – This week, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) hosted a series of events across southeastern New Mexico, emphasizing his commitment to supporting energy workers and fostering economic growth in the region.

Issues:Environment & ConservationLower Costs, More JobsEducation & Family SupportKeeping Energy Costs Down

Rep. Gabe Vasquez Delivers on Promise to Find Solutions for Veteran Health Care Access with New Bill

August 5, 2024

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, August 5, 2024, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) introduced H.R. 9301, the New Mexico Rural Veteran Health Care Access Act, aimed at improving health care access for rural veterans in Otero and Eddy Counties.

Issues:Supporting Our Veterans